On January 4, Myanmar celebrated the 71st anniversary of its independence from the United Kingdom. In 1948, on the same day, Myanmar became an independent nation. This photo-essay bears witness of the playful celebrations which took place all around Yangon

A military band performs during a ceremony to celebrate the 71st anniversary of Myanmar’s independence in Nay Pyi Taw Jan. 4, 2019. (Xinhua/U Aung)

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